Notable News:

The Boston School Committee had a unanimous vote this past Wednesday night to approve a new systemwide schedule to make classes start later. The new schedule has most high schools starting at or after 8 a.m., allowing tired teenagers the opportunity to sleep in, WBUR has the full story.

Saturday, December 9:

12:00PM “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” for charity. Join WZLK-FM in Faneuil Hall as a number of organizations get together for charity. The event will feature a blood drive with the American Red Cross, photos with Santa, entertainment by Greater Boston School of Dance and Life of the Party, and toy bins set up for donations to the New England Patriots Toy Drive.

5:00PM Christmas Concert at Old North Church. Join the Old North Church at 193 Salem Street as they celebrate the season with their annual Christmas Concert. All are welcome and a $10 donation is requested at the door.

From the Community:

Circle Health has announced the appointment of Arthur Lauretano, MD, MS, FACS to the role of Chief Medical Officer starting this upcoming January. Dr. Lauretano’s new role will involve collaborating with key stakeholders and evaluating and enhancing the medical practice, continue reading.

Join Ms. Alyson for stories, songs, books, fun, and more in separate programs designed just for babies ages 0-18 months, and just for toddlers ages 18 months and older. Both programs are designed for parents to actively engage with their child, continue reading.

Weather Forecast:

Cloudy skies early followed by a mixture of light rain and snow in the afternoon. High around 40F. Winds NNE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precip 90%.

High 40°/Low 32°

Friday

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Rain

Partly cloudy in the morning then becoming cloudy with periods of rain later in the day. High 39F. Winds ESE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 80%.

High 39°/Low 37°

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